Is this Really the Equator? King Neptune Visits to Confirm
October 19, 2022
Craig Marin, Maritime Studies
Above: Brighton, Aster, and Krista clean up the deck following the visit of the Court of King Neptune. Below: Paloma on the lookout for King Neptune.
Ship's Log
Noon Position
Equator!
Ship Heading
Into the Southern Hemisphere
Ship Speed
Hove to
Taffrail Log
Withheld by Neptune (update tomorrow!)
Weather / Wind / Sail Plan
Suspended by King Neptune's Court
Description of Location
Equator!
Despite continued cool evenings and some overcast days that blocked the sun, we have indeed reached the EQUATOR! In a voluntary event to mark the first-time passage across the Line for all but four members of our ship's company, we paused our daily routine for some fun activities to mark the transition from "pollywogs" to "shellbacks" under the direct supervision of King Neptune and the Monarch of the Sea's court. Perhaps you will hear more about this and our continued voyage under sail toward our first port stop in upcoming blogs. Stay tuned!
Fair Winds!
Craig Marin, Maritime Studies
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